AID DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT SPECIALIST

The U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of AID DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT SPECIALIST in the Health Population and Nutrition Office (HPNO) of USAID/Ghana. The Program Management Specialist will perform a range of administrative and financial management tasks for the overall portfolio of the HPNO Office, which includes several Presidential Initiatives and other directives that require special handling. S/he will support the Office Chief and all of the teams of the office in accomplishing key requirements to keep funds and program reporting on track, and serve as a key resource person to ensure good financial reporting by technical assistance teams.

Education & Prior Work Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in administration, business studies, accounting or related field, and at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in the administration of international development programs, with expertise in planning, budgeting and monitoring of USAID-funded technical assistance activities is required.

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CLOSING DATE: APRIL 1, 2014

Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

USAID/Ghana anticipates awarding a Personal Service Contract (PSC) regarding this announcement. Note that this does not constitute any guarantee that a PSC will be awarded as a result of this announcement